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IT ServicesNAICS 541512

Computer Systems Design Services

Establishments primarily engaged in planning and designing computer systems that integrate computer hardware, software, and communication technologies. This includes custom IT solutions, systems integration, network architecture, and technology consulting.

$31.6B
FYFY2026 Contract Spending
16.3%
of Total Spending
5+
Major Buying Agencies

Typical Services Contracted

Systems integration and implementation
IT strategic planning and consulting
Network design and architecture
Cloud migration and modernization
Cybersecurity solutions
Custom software development
Enterprise resource planning (ERP)
Digital transformation services

Key Federal Agencies

Major federal agencies that purchase it services services under this NAICS code.

DOD

Department of Defense

Largest IT buyer for military systems, C4ISR, and enterprise IT

HHS

Health and Human Services

Healthcare IT systems, Medicare/Medicaid modernization

VA

Veterans Affairs

EHR modernization, VA.gov, and healthcare systems

DHS

Homeland Security

Cybersecurity, border technology, and IT infrastructure

GSA

General Services Administration

Government-wide IT platforms and shared services

Key Contract Vehicles

Government-wide and agency-specific acquisition vehicles commonly used for this NAICS code.

GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) ITCIO-SP4 (HHS)Alliant 2/3 (GSA)OASIS+ (GSA)STARS III (8(a) GWAC)SEWP V (NASA)T4NG (VA)

Market Trends & Opportunities

Current trends shaping federal procurement in this industry.

Zero trust security architecture
Cloud-native and hybrid cloud solutions
AI/ML integration and automation
Agile and DevSecOps methodologies
Low-code/no-code platforms
Edge computing and IoT integration
Data modernization and analytics

Competitive Landscape

Typical Competitors

  • Large prime contractors (Booz Allen, Deloitte, Accenture)
  • Mid-tier systems integrators
  • Small business IT firms
  • Specialized cybersecurity providers
  • Cloud service providers

Entry Barriers

  • Security clearance requirements
  • Past performance requirements
  • Contract vehicle access
  • Technical certifications
  • Bonding requirements for large contracts

Key Success Factors

  • Strong past performance in federal IT
  • Security clearances for key personnel
  • GWAC and GSA Schedule access
  • Agile/DevSecOps capabilities
  • Relevant certifications (FedRAMP, CMMC)
  • Established subcontractor relationships

Recommended Certifications

  • CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)
  • FedRAMP (for cloud services)
  • ISO 27001 (Information Security)
  • ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management)
  • SOC 2 Type II
  • CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration)

NAICS Classification

Code:541512
Parent:5415 - Computer Systems Design and Related Services
Category:IT Services

Related NAICS Codes

Custom Computer Programming541511Other Computer Related Services541519Data Processing & Hosting518210R&D in Physical Sciences541715

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Contract spending data sourced from USASpending.gov, the official source for federal spending data. NAICS codes from the U.S. Census Bureau.